[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 37 (Friday, March 27, 1998)]
[House]
[Page H1650]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


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         CHRISTOPHER SIMMONS TO RECEIVE SCOUT'S MEDAL OF HONOR

  (Mr. SHIMKUS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. SHIMKUS. Madam Speaker, I come to the House floor to praise the 
heroic action of 8-year-old Christopher Simmons of Mount Vernon, 
Illinois. On April 6 of last year, Christopher and his younger brother 
Michael were helping their neighbor with some yard work when out of 
nowhere, a 95-pound dog attacked young Michael. Instantly, 
Christopher's quick intuitions led him to save his younger brother's 
life from the vicious jaws of the male boxer. Had it not been for 
Christopher's selfless and chivalrous behavior, this life-threatening 
situation could have resulted in tragedy.
  Madam Speaker, I am honored to announce today that Christopher will 
be presented the distinguished Scout's Medal of Honor. His heroism is 
worthy of much praise and serves as a model to the American people.

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